The pen that pierced the purdah

Rereading Begum Rokeya’s ‘Oborodh Bashini’
8 December 2025, 18:29 PM

Reclaiming the stories of women on screen

The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.
9 December 2024, 11:55 AM

Widening the domain of domestic abuse

Marital rape remains unrecognized in Bangladesh, leaving little room for recourse.
1 December 2024, 06:00 AM

Can Bangladesh prosper without gender equality?

Gender equality is not only important at an individual level, but also critical for any country's social and economic development.
30 November 2024, 06:00 AM

When digital space becomes a paradise for harassers

In the era of technology, gender-based violence too has taken a new form in the digital space in Bangladesh.
29 November 2024, 02:15 AM

Bridging evidence gaps to end gender-based violence

There is a global need for stronger policies and research to combat gender-based violence.
27 November 2024, 07:00 AM

The nation still failing its women

Violence against women in Bangladesh feels like an existential tragedy.
25 November 2024, 06:00 AM

Empathy is missing for survivors seeking justice

Examining Bangladesh's challenges in supporting survivors of gender-based violence.
25 November 2024, 03:00 AM